News from April 2019
Resident claims condo association has failed to remedy drainage issues, resulting in flooding and mold growth
BECKLEY — A woman is suing her condo manager, alleging the condo association has failed to improve drainage which has caused flooding and mold growth.
Women claim negligent corporate driver was speeding when he struck their vehicle
BECKLEY — Two women are suing a driver of a corporate vehicle who allegedly caused a car accident.
More than 60 charged with illegal opioid distribution, including W.Va. medical professionals
CHARLESTON — U.S. Attorney Mike Stuart announced Wednesday that his office partnered with several other law enforcement groups to charge 60 medical professionals for illegally prescribing and distributing opioids.
Dunbar Center assisted living home is accused of negligence in resident's death
CHARLESTON — An estate administrator is suing an assisted living home, alleging a resident suffered and died due to the negligence of its staff.
US Methanol sues construction firm for allegedly building a faulty foundation
CHARLESTON — A methanol producer is suing a construction company, claiming breach of contract.
Couple sues Ford, claiming 2018 Explorer they purchased new is a lemon
CHARLESTON — A couple is suing Ford Motor Co., alleging they were sold a car in poor condition.
Homebuyers claim Castle Inspection Services failed to detect mold, other problems in property
CHARLESTON — A couple is suing a home inspection company, alleging that a defective inspection led to their purchase of a home with numerous problems.
Krispy Kreme neighbor claims its building has been struck by several negligent drivers
CHARLESTON — A company is suing Krispy Kreme, alleging its adjacent building has been struck by several negligent drivers.
Plaintiff seeks damages claiming a new Ford Fusion he purchased has never run properly
CHARLESTON — A man is suing Ford Motor Co., alleging the new vehicle he purchased was in poor condition.
Woman claims she was struck by Hampton Inn driver
CHARLESTON — A woman is suing a hotel operator, alleging her car was struck by a negligent company driver.
West Virginia drops five spots to 35th in ALEC economic competitiveness survey
CHARLESTON — West Virginia dropped five spots on an annual economic competitiveness survey by the American Legislative Exchange Council.
Mother, grandparents sue Raleigh County school board for interference
BECKLEY — The mother and grandparents of a Raleigh County child are suing the Raleigh County Board of Education after they claim the school interfered with their home lives and caused stress for the child.
Morrisey leads coalition supporting EPA plan to replace WOTUS rule
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is leading a 17-state coalition to support farmers and landowners by urging the Trump administration to adopt its proposed replacement of the Obama-era, Waters of the United States rule.
Patient says she suffered bone fractures from fall in CAMC emergency room
CHARLESTON — A woman is suing a hospital, alleging she was caused to fall in the emergency room.
Wyndham Garden worker claims he was fired because he sought time off for medical care
CHARLESTON — A hotel worker is suing his former employer, alleging he was terminated after requesting time off for a medical condition.
Pharmacy technician claims she was fired due to an injury she suffered while at work
CHARLESTON—A woman is suing her employer alleging that she was unfairly terminated after being injured at work.
Driver claims he was fired for taking a prescribed medication
CHARLESTON — A driver is suing his former employer, alleging he was terminated after a prescription drug showed up on an illicit drug screening.
Employee seeks damages following fall on an unsecured manhole cover
CHARLESTON — A man is suing his employer, alleging he was injured when he stepped on an unsecured manhole cover on his worksite.
Triton Construction worker claims he was injured by a concrete roller
CHARLESTON — A worker is suing his employer, alleging he was injured by a concrete roller.
Manpower claims a client owes over $15,000 for staffing services
CHARLESTON — A staffing company is suing a client, alleging it is owed more than $15,000.